Simcha Jacobovici, a Canadian documentary maker specializing in biblical
archaeology, is suing a retired scientist and former archaeological
museum curator named Joe Zias, who has accused him of publicizing
scientifically dubious theories. Many of Jacobovici’s documentaries have
focused on artifacts that purport to reveal new interpretations of
early Christianity, including the notion that the remains of Jesus and
his family were buried in a tomb underneath modern-day Jerusalem.
Jacobovici claims that Zias’ criticisms are libelous and have cost him
television contracts and money.
Read more: http://world.time.com/2013/01/29/a-feud-between-biblical-archaeologists-goes-to-court/#ixzz2JOdIa3vO
Mmm so it is not about establishing fact, rather it is all about the money? Fascinating article though.