"libsmime3.dylib" in use blocks deleting Firefox from Trash

Tried to install the new download of Firefox 3.6.16
When I did, it said it couldn't install because the libsmime3.dylib was in use.
I trashed the Firefox application and profiles folder by dragging box into the Trash.
But when I go to empty trash, the Firefox application will not delete and the same message comes up "libsmime3.dylib" is in use. And then when I click "continue," three of four more "lib" files come up as in use. That leaves Firefox application still in Trash, and I can't install a new version.
Help, please...

If you use cisco anywhere connect VPN, you might want to check here:
http://siliconchaos.blogspot.com/2010/08/installing-firefox-4-beta-2-error-on.html
Or try opening terminal and typing: '''sudo killall vpnagentd'''
(From http://forums.mozillazine.org/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=1955891)

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