The same is always referred to its next antecedent.

Explanation

In construing a document, a relative pronoun or phrase is applied to the nearest preceding subject — this rule of grammatical construction prevents ambiguity in legal instruments.

Where this applies

• A contract uses the word 'it' and there is confusion about what 'it' refers to.
• A statute uses a pronoun and the parties disagree about which noun it modifies.