In a feature in NJBIZ, Frier Levitt Co-Founder and Co-Managing Partner Daniel Frier is helping to raise awareness about the importance of CPR training and heart health following the sudden loss of his close friend and law partner, John Morrone.
Morrone, who passed away unexpectedly from cardiac arrest several years ago, was not only a respected healthcare attorney but also a paramedic and former hospital administrator. His passing left a lasting impact on Frier and the firm, inspiring Frier to become certified in CPR and AED use and to advocate for broader workplace training. He believes increasing CPR education can make a meaningful difference in emergency situations. Cardiac arrest remains a major public health challenge in the United States, and according to the American Heart Association (AHA), immediate CPR can greatly increase a person’s chances of survival, yet many workplaces still lack access to training or readily available AEDs.
Frier’s advocacy for heart health also led him to become actively involved with the AHA’s New Jersey chapter. He is serving as Chair of the 2026 New Jersey Heart Ball, scheduled for May 14 at The Legacy Castle. For Frier, the event represents an opportunity to honor Morrone’s memory while advancing initiatives that can help save lives. Frier is also organizing an invite-only conference for self-insured employers at Frier Levitt’s New York office on May 19 that will explore strategies for direct contracting and innovative healthcare delivery models designed to improve care while controlling rising healthcare costs.
Through both efforts, Frier hopes to encourage action, whether that means learning CPR, supporting cardiovascular research, or exploring new approaches to improving long-term health outcomes. With greater awareness and preparedness, more people may be able to step in and help save a life when it matters most.
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