FINANCIAL SECTION XV - TOURNAMENT FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS If any payment other than prize money (by a Tournament or the WTA) is  not made on or before the respective due date, the aggrieved party shall be  entitled to a late penalty of $200 per week. Said fines begin to accrue within  seven (7) days after notice (via e-mail or registered mail) by the aggrieved  party. This penalty shall apply when the required WTA Fees are not paid by a  Tournament. The fines apply singularly to each category of payment that is in arrears. In  cases of disputes, it is desirable (but not obligatory) that before any arbitration  is instituted, the dispute be brought to the WTA for consideration and  discussion. 272