Does Medical Malpractice Occur More Often During the Holidays?

Medical staff working during busy holiday shift

As the holiday season unfolds, many medical facilities experience staff shortages and heightened stress—while patient visits increase. This can unfortunately lead to mistakes and medical malpractice during the holidays. If you or a loved one suffered a medical error in November or December, you may still be eligible for compensation. Here’s what you need to know—and why The Texas Bulldog is here to fight for you.


🎯 What Increases Holiday Medical Malpractice Risks?

  1. Staffing Challenges – Many healthcare providers take time off to celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s, causing reduced coverage and burnout.

  2. Weekend & Holiday Effect – Studies show that patients admitted during weekends or holidays face higher risks of misdiagnosis or adverse events compared to weekday admissions.

  3. Holiday Rush & Distractions – Busy ERs, increased patient loads, and staff fatigue can lead to delayed diagnoses, wrong treatments, and errors in medication.

  4. Common Holiday Errors – These include surgical errors, diagnostic delays, medication mix-ups, and failure to monitor after procedures—all exacerbated during peak holiday times.


🩺 How to Know If You’re a Victim of Holiday Medical Malpractice

  • Did your loved one have delayed treatment or misdiagnosis during a holiday visit?

  • Were surgeries or discharge instructions rushed or incomplete?

  • Did a weekend or holiday hospital admission result in unexpected complications?

If any of these apply, consult a Houston medical malpractice attorney to explore your rights and damages.


✅ Why Contact The Texas Bulldog Now

Texas Bulldog Law knows holiday malpractice patterns and will:

  • Review your medical and hospital records

  • Investigate staffing levels and protocols at the time of your treatment

  • Connect you with expert medical witnesses

  • Advocate for maximum compensation for physical, emotional, and financial harm

Don’t wait—months can pass before records are archived or altered. Call 713‑572‑3333 today for a free case review. Alternatively, fill out our contact form now.  The holiday season is stressful enough—don’t let negligent medical care add to your burden.   We think we are the best attorneys in town, but don’t just take our word for it. Check out our countless ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ 5 Star Reviews on Google!