On Monday this week, the Supreme Court rejected two appeals by Grace concerning the February 2005 indictments including charges that the chemical company knowingly endangered the lives of its workers and others in the tiny Montana town of Libby.

So, after three years of confusion, stalling, and appeals, it is beginning to appear that the trial will really happen.

Depending on legal schedules, the trial looks likely to begin before the end of 2008.

Seattle PI