The following are some good articles that review the basic elements of the 1998 Disclosure Law. For those who are selling a home, these articles can help you understand what your responsibilities and liabilities are. For those buying a home, these articles will tell you what to look for, and what rights you have regarding knowledge of potential hazards. The articles also talk about some of the ambiguities and contested points of the law and similar laws.
Article from the California Real Estate Reporter, by Peter Detwiler
Article from the California Bar Journal, by Jeffrey Wagner